#2903 - Nine Day Cole Slaw

(by Shirley McNevich)

1 - 3lb. cabbage (grated)
1 green bell pepper (chopped)
1 onion (chopped - OPTIONAL)
1 cup cider vinegar
2 cups white sugar
1 tsp. salt
1/2 to 1 TBSP celery seed
1 cup canola oil

In a large glass or metal bowl add grated cabbage, chopped green bell pepper and chopped onions--toss to mix. Add celery seed--toss to mix. In a saucepan add canola oil, cider vinegar, white sugar and salt--cook/stir over medium heat until full rolling boil. Remove from heat and pour it over the cabbage mixture while hot. Stir the whole mixture until mixed. Cool to room temperature and refrigerate overnight before serving. Keep refrigerated--it will be good to eat for up to 9 days.